Manufacturing Engineer

Who is Fibreworks Composites? Fibreworks Composites was founded in 2009 and is privately owned by Guenther Steiner and Joe Hofmann. In 2019 Joe and Guenther decided to launch an AS9100 / ISO certified sister company called Composite Factory. Composite Factory's primary focus is to diversify our business into Aerospace, Aero structures, Aviation and Defense, and the Medical industries that require a higher level of traceability and certification. Our core mission is to exceed our customers' needs by embracing challenges that surpass the capabilities of our competitors. Rooted in our extensive motorsport experience, our philosophy fosters a unique and dynamic work environment, empowering us to tackle a multitude of challenges. We are fully vertically integrated which enables us to complete tight timelines and exceed customer expectations. Come be a part of where the energy is; where the future of the composites industry is going and where leading edge technology companies come to develop the next generation of composite structures. Job Summary: Applies knowledge of materials, engineering theory, design methods, manufacturing systems, and processes to increase product manufacturability and cost effectiveness. Job Role: Develop and implement plans for cost reduction and manufacturing floor efficiency improvements Follow production of mature projects to evaluate areas to improve overall cost effectiveness Engage in creative problem solving to address operational issues, safety issues, workflow improvements, delays in production, and process bottlenecks Provide multi-directional feedback between engineering, manufacturing, and quality for continuous improvement Evaluate and improve engineering and manufacturing processes Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures Design tools, generate drawings, and create work instructions to support production floor Develop effective automated and non-automated systems Provide feedback for training supervisors for documentation and implementation Train staff in new and existing processes Work with R&D engineers to test, develop, and validate processes for manufacturing improvements Collaborate between engineering, project management, and manufacturing departments Act as a single point of contact for vendor engagement of hard goods, maintain vendor relationships, evaluate new vendors Must adhere to health and safety procedures, and all workplace policies Other duties as assigned What You Will Bring to the Team: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field Aerospace and Defense experience preferred Previous experience as a manufacturing engineer or similar role Basic understanding and experience using CAD software Basic understanding of tolerances and their implications in composite manufacturing Experience in process improvement (Lean, Six Sigma) concepts and methods Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office software Strong organizational and time management skills Positive attitude, can do attitude Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines What Fibreworks Will Bring to You: Medical benefits, dental, vision, long term disability and life insurance Matching 401k Discretionary quarterly bonuses based upon company performance $1000 sign on bonus Referral program Employee Verizon discount 80 hours PTO vacation, 40 hours PTO sick *Fibreworks Composites is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background or for any other reason.

Created: 2024-10-29